This question is for Tech support or Nintendo administrators.
The NFC on my Wii U GamePad is not responsive when I place an Amiibo over the scan spot. This occurs with the three Amiibo compatible games I currently own: Mario Kart 8, Hyrule Warriors, and Super Smash Bros.
I currently own and have tried only one Amiibo (Mario). It was purchased new. I place the Amiibo on the Wii U's NFC spot while at the correct point in the game but nothing happens. I don't think it's the Amiibo since I bought it new and haven't heard any other complaits of "bad" Amiibo. So I think it's my GamePad. It's been dropped a few times over the years and is very used but it still works well. However, I've never been able to test the NFC feature until now with Amiibo.
What else could be the problem? How can I get a replacement Wii U GamePad?
Thanks.